Stew
Kebab Hala (Egyptian Beef & Onion Stew)

Kebab Hala (Egyptian Beef & Onion Stew)

Egypt

135Minutes
EasyLevel
5Serves
8Steps
About

A comforting Egyptian pot stew of beef braised slowly with masses of onion until meltingly soft, its name meaning kebab of the pot rather than the grill.

Equipment
  • Heavy pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
Ingredients
Stewing beef, cubed800 g
Onions, sliced4
Garlic, crushed4 cloves
Tomato, grated1
Ground cumin1 tsp
Ground cardamom¼ tsp
Bay leaf2
Ghee or oil3 tbsp
Beef stock or water2 cups
Salt and black pepperto taste

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